Liquidambar styraciflua 'Gum Ball' (Compact Sweet Gum Ball)


Botanical Information

FamilyHamamelidaceae
GenusLiquidambar
Speciesstyraciflua
Cultivar'Gum Ball'
TypeShrub (deciduous)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)5 - (-20)
Temperature (°F)41 - (-4)
Height2.5 m
Spread2 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June

Description and Growing Information

ShapeDense, compact and bushy.
LandscapeContainer planting, ornamental use, border and hedges.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Moist, fertile and well-drained soil. Prefers sand and clay.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionMaple-like leaves that are 12 cm long.
Flower DescriptionInconspicuous flowers that appear in spring.
Fruit DescriptionThe flowers give way to spiny and spherical fruit in autumn.
Colour DescriptionThe leaves are green and become yellow, orange, red and burgundy as it matures and falls off in winter. The fruit and flowers are green.

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